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  Diesel engine clogged up after running out of fuel - how can I fix it? 18 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I ran out of diesel recently in my Ford Mondeo. I added more fuel, but the car keeps spluttering to a halt. I’ve put injection cleaner in and changed the...
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  Can you turn of daytime running lights? 21 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I recently purchased a BMW 320i SE which has daytime running lights which I am told by the dealer that you cannot turn off. I understand why you might...
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  Where can I get a spare key fob for our Peugeot 207? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We have recently noticed that the main key for our 207 unlocks and locks the car very slowly, while the spare key works OK. I tried changing the battery...
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  How do electric cars keep occupants warm in winter? 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We hear a lot these days about the merits, or otherwise, of electric cars. One question I've never heard answered is: how do the occupants keep warm in...
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  Cold weather problem? 16 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Over the last few weeks when the weather has been a lot colder, I have noticed a whining noise on start up. It appears to be coming from the front nearside...
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  BMW 1 series start stop is playing up. What could be causing it? 28 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Start stop has stopped working at all over past few weeks. Conditions for operating have been met e.g outside temp and battery fully charged manually....
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  I got great service and a rapid fix from the RAC for my Mercedes-Benz 300SL's failed alternator. 15 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I took my 1988 Mercedes 300SL out for a short run on Saturday afternoon, and the battery died on me and left me stuck at the side of the road about 10...
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  Stop/start issues with a Micra 27 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Nissan Micra with Pure Drive function. When the ignition is switched on, the dashboard 'auto' LED is continuously blinking. Furthermore, when...
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  Whether forecast? 10 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Can you say what type of air condition makes a petrol/diesel engine more efficient? Cold air, warm, damp, dry - all variables that might affect fuel consumption...
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  Ford Galaxy won't start from the ignition 22 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My car won't start from the ignition key, however, can be started by putting power from the battery straight to the starter, which the AA did for me to...
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  Polo won't start 26 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I went to start my 1995 VW Polo this morning and the engine would not turn over at all, and the hazards would flash for around 20 seconds. The car is in...
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  Is there a known problem with the FIAT 500's stop-start system? 10 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Please can you tell me if you are aware of an engine management problem on the FIAT 500? I understand there have been a number of complaints. I have had...
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  Why is my Citroen C5's anti-pollution warning light coming on? 13 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My Citroen C5 1.8 LX petrol has developed a fault. As I was driving along the motorway the little orange engine symbol lit up. The car drives and functions...
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  Why have the power socket and cigar lighter in the rear of my 2007 Ford Mondeo have stopped working? 30 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  For some reason, both the cigar lighter and the auxiliary power socket in the rear passenger area of my 2007 Ford Mondeo are not working. I have checked...
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  Woolley jumper 12 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
  As a regular subscriber to "The Daily Telegraph" I am rather confused this week. In the Saturday issue dated 9th January 2010 on page M13 of the motoring...
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  My Volkswagen Polo has endless starting problems - what could it possibly be? 10 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I've been having a series of issues with my 2012 Volkswagen Polo for the past couple of months and I’m at my wits end as it appears to have an ‘undiagnosable’...
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  Could you recommend a plug-in hybrid that can tow a small trailer? 9 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I tow a small trailer, which I use to transport horse muck, firewood, pallets etc with my 2011 Mini Countryman diesel. I was looking to replace it with...
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  Rover 45 has died and won't start 15 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a Rover 45 yesterday and as I was driving home the revs were bouncing up when parked at lights. Today, the engine light came on and the car died...
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  How can I stop my Honda HR-V's alarm going off? 17 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2000 Honda HR-V three-door hatchback which I purchased in 2002 from our local dealer. At the beginning of this year the alarm started going off...
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  A bought a car that now needs repairs - and the dealer is refusing to pay. What do I do? 15 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I recently purchased a Vauxhall Astra but within the first 24 hours the battery died and the rear left tyre needed replacing due to having a puncture beyond...